Civic Duty

I am very political.  I don't wear it out loud for everyone, everywhere to see.  There are no magnets on my car pledging my allegiance to one candidate or party, nor do I post a sign in my yard. 
But it's there, the side to which I lean; the obsessive-compulsive need to check the news for updates. And I am guilty of choosing a news source that might in fact be a little biased.  I do however check the other guy's talking points on occasion.  And then I remember why I sit in the camp that I do. 

If you know me... you know.  We don't need to discuss it.  You either respect my stance as a right or you ignore it completely.  Why deal, right? 
We should stay friends. 

If, and only if, you let the cat out of your own bag I will either engage or pretend I didn't just hear you say what you said.  It's easier that way.  We both know it. 

But isn't that beautiful?!  I mean I really hoped we could have a little discourse.  Unfortunately, in the current political climate discourse isn't the result of honest politics.  Minds are not changed.  No one wants to see or even try to understand the others side or reasoning.

When he's feeling peckish, Hubs will play devils advocate.  It is quiet entertaining.  And on occasion I can see some of his points....  So hope, right?

There is humanity on both sides of the aisle.  I wish we all would remember that instead of throwing vitriol at one another. 

So.... thankful...
I got a notice for jury duty.  Honestly I was looking forward to it.  I was ready to do my civic duty.  But, alas, all cases have been settled so my appearance isn't necessary.  Bummer. 

Actually, I am pretty stoked.  My best friend is going to be in town for approximately 36 hours and now I get to spend time with her instead of participating in our fine country's judicial system.

#Thankful all cases were settled and I don't have to report on Monday morning.